2016 FIAT 500X belt

WARNING!(Continued)
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
WARNING!
• Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the
system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
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Instrument Panel Bezels
CAUTION!
When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-
hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Some air fresheners will damage the finish of
painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly
contact any surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution maybe used, but do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
clean damp cloth. 2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the
vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
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WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they
have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.).
RAISING THE VEHICLE
In the case where it is necessary to raise the vehicle, go to
a your authorized dealer or service station.
The vehicle lifting points on the vehicle are marked on
side skirts with symbols (
see example shown).
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Assist, Hill Start......................... .201
Audio Systems (Radio) .....................548
Automatic Headlights .......................93
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) SYNC Temperature Button .................122
Automatic Transmission ..............290, 467, 469
Adding Fluid ...................... .469, 511
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................469
Fluid Change ......................... .469
Fluid Level Check ...................... .468
Fluid Type ........................ .467, 511
Special Additives ...................... .468
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........147
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................147
Axle Fluid ..............................511
Axle Lubrication ..........................511
Battery ................................ .450
Belts, Seat .............................. .264Blind Spot Monitoring
.......................82
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................452
B-Pillar Location ......................... .484
Brake Assist System ...................... .200
Brake Fluid ..............................511
Brakes ............................. .197, 464
Brake System ........................ .197, 464
Fluid Check ...........................511
Master Cylinder ....................... .464
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................101
Bulbs, Light ............................ .267
Camera, Rear ........................... .327
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .509
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .448
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............263, 340
Car Washes ............................ .470
Certification Label ........................ .344
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INDEX 569

Chains, Tire............................ .499
Changing A Flat Tire ....................390, 476
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .479
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .431
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............262
Checks, Safety .......................... .262
Child Restraint .......................... .241
Child Restraints Booster Seats ......................... .247
Child Restraints ....................... .241
Child Seat Installation ....................259
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .......256
Infants And Child Restraints ...............244
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint . . . .255
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ................................ .257
LATCH Positions ...................... .250
Locating The LATCH Anchorages ............253
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ......249Older Children And Child Restraints
.........245
Seating Positions ....................... .248
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .336
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .471
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................453
Climate Control ......................... .108
Automatic ......................114,119,126
Manual ............................. .108
Clutch ................................ .464
Clutch Fluid ............................ .464
Coin Holder ............................ .151
Cold Weather Operation ....................275
Connector UCI................................ .548
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........548
Console ............................... .151
Console, Floor .......................... .151
Contract, Service ...........................12
570 INDEX

Introduction..............................4
Jacking Instructions ....................... .394
Jack Location ........................... .391
Jack Operation .....................390, 394, 476
Jump Starting ........................... .406
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................50
Keyless Entry ...........................55
Keyless Enter-N-Go Enter The Trunk .........................55
KeyFob...............................55
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ...............55, 542
Passive Entry ...........................55
Passive Entry Programming .............55, 542
Remote Control .........................55
Unlock From The Driver’s Side ..............55
Unlock From The Passenger Side .............55Unlock Liftgate
........................ .542
Keyless Entry System .....................30, 31
Key, Replacement ..........................37
Keys ...................................38
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................47
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................96
LaneSense ............................. .321
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................211
Latches ............................... .267
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .335
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .267
Life Of Tires ............................ .497
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............106
Light Bulbs ............................. .267
Lights ................................ .267
AirBag ...........................237, 264
Automatic Headlights .....................93
Daytime Running ........................94
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INDEX 575

Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...............220
Preparation For Jacking .....................393
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ .221
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .492
Radio Operation ......................... .551
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................104
Rear Camera ........................... .327
Rear Cross Path ...........................88
Rear ParkSense System .....................316
Rear Window Defroster .....................106
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .106
Recorder, Event Data ...................... .240
Recreational Towing ...................... .351
Reformulated Gasoline .....................336
Refrigerant ............................. .452
Reminder, Lights On ........................95
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... .209Remote Control
Starting System .........................43
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................30, 31
Arm The Alarm .........................50
Keyless Enter-N-Go ......................55
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........549
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode ...................46
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features .....46
Uconnect Settings ........................46
Remote Starting System ......................43
Replacement Keys .........................37
Replacement Parts ........................ .432
Replacement Tires ........................ .497
Reporting Safety Defects .....................13
Restraint, Head ...........................72
Restraints, Child ......................... .241
Restraints, Occupant ...................... .207
Roll Over Warning ..........................7
578 INDEX

Roof Type Carrier........................ .154
Rotation, Tires .......................... .500
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................264
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................266
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................13
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .263
Safety Information, Tire .....................478
Safety Tips ............................. .262
Schedule, Maintenance .....................433
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .....216
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ..........221
Energy Management Feature ...............221
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ...............213
Lap/Shoulder Belts ......................211
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ..............216
Pregnant Women ...................... .220
Seat Belt Pretensioner ....................221 Seat Belt Reminder
..................... .209
Seat Belt System ....................... .207
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .475
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... .209
Seat Belts ........................... .209, 264
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ..................216
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........216
Child Restraint ........................ .241
Front Seat ..................... .209, 211, 213
Inspection ........................... .264
Operating Instructions ....................213
Pregnant Women ...................... .220
Pretensioners ......................... .221
Rear Seat .............................211
Untwisting Procedure ....................216
Seats ...................................63
Adjustment ......................... .63, 64
Head Restraints .........................72
Seatback Release .........................
64
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INDEX 579